There has been a significant trend toward more victim involvement.docx
1. There has been a significant trend toward more victim involvement
There has been a significant trend toward more victim involvement in the criminal justice
system in recent years. Legislation has been passed to provide victims with certain rights,
and there has been a movement to alter the U.S. Constitution with an amendment
concerning victims’ rights. Victims have also participated in the process known as
restorative justice, which focuses on the needs of both the offenders and the victims of a
crime.For this discussion, first read the following articles:You may also find Forgiven
helpful. In your initial post, discuss the following:Why is victim involvement important?Cite
at least one example where it would be appropriate for a victim to be involved in a criminal
trial and conviction process.Cite at least one possible negative consequence of allowing
victims too much involvement in the criminal justice process.What are your own personal
feelings regarding restorative justice theory? Do you believe the criminal justice system
should foster a dialogue between offender and victim?What do you feel is the rationale
behind the restorative justice theory and how it can resolve issues for victims?
